Aloha brother Atlas,
I couldn't agree more with you if I could - Amen and amen to all that you said.
I personally believe that some of the old time believers who may not have had all their doctrine down (like we do

) are going to be seated much closer to the Lord at the marriage supper of the Lamb {because of their
Love for the Lord and their
Faithfulness in what they did know}, than some of us "smart alec's" who know sooo much, but are lacking in Love and Faithfulness! That's why I try real hard not to judge many of the brethren that have "gone on" before us.
That's one of many reasons why I am thankful for brother Tim (though we disagree on some things) and brother Forrest (Who I think has a real "handle" on the importance of Christians "Loving God" - something that I know is definitely lacking in my "walk").
God bless you brother - I always enjoy your Posts.